Forbidden City

15th century1406China

CountryChina

RegionBeijing

Period15th century

Year Built1406

About Forbidden City

The largest palace complex in the world with 980 buildings and 9,999 rooms. Home to 24 emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties over 500 years. No one could enter without the emperors permission. The palace contains over 1 million artworks. Covers 72 hectares.

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